Sold for:
$7,000
$7,000
Blooming Orange Tree Automaton. Paris, Pierre Mayer, ca. 2005. As the handle is cranked, the small tree first grows flowers, then bears orange fruits. Finally, the orange at the top splits open to reveal a silk handkerchief pulled by two butterflies. Modeled after the famous automaton/magic trick of Robert-Houdin. 5 x 3 x 12”. With wooden packing case and sold together with a contemporary music box bearing an image of Robert-Houdin performing the effect on its lid. Signed by the maker. Very good.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2015-12-05
